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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2009TAHOE BASE, 4.8 CREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 145 (POWER STEERING SYSTEM)DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION & PROCEDURESPOWER STEERING FLUID LEAKS
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 C
Power Steering Fluid Leaks
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 CSECTION Power Steering Fluid Leaks
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| Step | Action | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Did you review the Power Steering System General Description? | Go to Step 2 | Go to Power Steering System Description and Operation (HPS) or Power Steering System Description and Operation (EPS) |
| 2 | Inspect the power steering system for the following:
Is the power steering system leaking? |
Go to Step 3 | Go to Step 15 |
| 3 | Inspect the power steering system fittings. Are the fittings leaking? |
Go to Step 9 | Go to Step 4 |
| 4 | Inspect the power steering hoses. Are the hoses leaking? |
Go to Step 10 | Go to Step 5 |
| 5 | Inspect the following power steering pump components for leaks:
Is the power steering pump components leaking? |
Go to Step 11 | Go to Step 6 |
| 6 | Inspect the following power steering gear components for leaks:
Is the power steering gear components leaking? |
Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 7 |
| 7 | Inspect the power steering cooler for leaks. Is the power steering cooler leaking? |
Go to Step 13 | Go to Step 8 |
| 8 | Inspect the hydraulic brake booster assembly for leaks. Refer to Hydraulic Brake Booster Leak Inspection
. Is the hydraulic brake booster assembly leaking? |
Go to Step 14 | Go to Step 15 |
| 9 |
IMPORTANT:
If fitting is still to leaking after tightening, inspect for damage to the fitting and seals. Replace the damaged component as necessary. Tighten the fittings. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .Did you complete the repair? |
Go to Step 15 | - |
| 10 | Replace the power steering hoses. Refer to the appropriate procedure(s):
Did you complete the repair? |
Go to Step 15 | - |
| 11 | Replace the leaking power steering pump component. Refer to the appropriate procedure(s):
Did you complete the repair? |
Go to Step 15 | - |
| 12 | Replace the leaking power steering gear component. Refer to the appropriate procedure(s):
Did you complete the repair? |
Go to Step 15 | - |
| 13 | Replace the power steering fluid cooler. Refer to Power Steering Fluid Cooler Replacement (with Hydroboost) or Power Steering Fluid Cooler Replacement (without Hydroboost) . Did you complete the repair? |
Go to Step 15 | - |
| 14 | Replace the hydraulic brake booster assembly. Refer to Power Brake Booster Replacement
. Did you complete the repair? |
Go to Step 15 | - |
| 15 | Start the vehicle and rotate the steering wheel from stop to stop and verify the system is not leaking. Did you correct the condition? |
System OK | Go to Step 2 |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.